Hearts for the Homeless, a faith based non-profit, was founded in 1990 with a mission to serve the chronic homeless as well as other underserved populations. Hearts is able to fund its mission through donor support and entrepreneurial ventures such as the thrift store operation and donated goods recycling program. The red clothing donation bins provide items that are given away to those in need. Donated items are also turned into dollars which support outreach programs such as the mobile soup kitchen and food pantry. Position Summary: The Warehouse Sorter/Unloader (WSU) must be a team oriented individual capable of working in a fast paced, dynamic environment. A Warehouse Sorter/Unloader's duties include utilizing factory equipment to sort products efficiently, monitor and exclude defective items, maintain a clean and organized production area, assist in loading and unloading items, and adhering to the safety protocols and regulatory procedures. Sorters must have excellent time-management and multi-tasking skills, as well as in-depth product knowledge to classify items accordingly. Essential Functions:
- Properly unloading donations from multiple trucks per day.
- Create bales throughout the day.
- Assist in maintaining Warehouse inventory and organizing in a manner that best assists the overall operation.
- Work effectively with customer service representatives, leadership and donors in a team environment.
- Maintain a customer-focused perspective in all activities initiated to ensure that company needs are successfully met.
- Properly unloading donations from multiple trucks per day.
- Perform job duties accurately so that other personnel and departments, and ultimately customers receive correct information and/or product.
- Adhere to safety policies and procedures, and all policies and procedures in the employee handbook to ensure safety for self and fellow employees and to ensure behavior is appropriate in the workplace.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Education Requirements and Qualifications:
- Must be able to work on your feet up to ten hours a day
- Heavy lifting.
- Excellent communication, organizational and multitasking skills.
- Requires good attendance and punctuality.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Strong communication, organizational, and multi-tasking skills.
- Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team.
- Must be able to work on one's feet up to ten hours a day.
- Must be able to lift products (boxes, bags, etc.) weighing up to 50 pounds.
Job Type: Full-time and Part-Time Pay: $17.00 per hour Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule: 8 to 10 hour shifts; Day shift Experience: Warehouse: 2 years preferred Work Location: One location Work Remotely: No